Soundtrack for a Revolution

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This hip-shaking history lesson puts a new spin on the story of America’s civil rights movement with the help of R&B; acts like John Legend, The Roots, and Wyclef Jean, who perform rousing re-interpretations of important songs like “We Shall Overcome” which empowered thousands of brave individuals to keep fighting for freedom. Turn your speakers up LOUD.

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Release Date:	Apr 24, 2009
Running Time:	82 minutes
Country:	United States
Language:	English

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A fresh and exhilarating take on one of the most important social movements in American history, SOUNDTRACK FOR A REVOLUTION explores the civil rights struggle through the powerful and stirring songs that inspired a generation. In this deeply moving documentary, legends of the fight for equal rights such as Congressman John Lewis, Ambassador Andrew Young and Martin Luther King Jr.'s widow, Coretta Scott King, testify to the indispensable role that songs of rebellion and hope played in helping activists fight against injustice.